1959 Alvis TD vs. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. Both 1959 Alvis TD and 1956 Alvis TC 108 G are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | |
Make | Alvis | Alvis |
Model | TD | TC 108 G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |